Sweet-natured, foul-mouthed comedian Amy Schumer is slated to return to Milwaukee March 9 at the Pabst Theater.

A "Last Comic Standing" finalist in 2007, Schumer's profile rose considerably for her appearance on the "Comedy Central Roast of Charlie Sheen" in 2011. She also released her debut stand-up album, "Cutting," that year. | Nov. 30, 2012»Read Full Article

River Rhythms moves its Battle of the Bands to the Turner Hall Ballroom, 1034 N. 4th St., for tonight only.

It's a rare occasion, but the outdoor concert held in Pere Marquette Park moves a couple blocks away for its Battle of the Bands concert. Competing are Softly, Dear, Deaf Dumb and Blind Kids, Blaq Ops, Dinny Bulca and The Young Revelators! Bands compete for a slot in the 2014 Summerfest lineup. | July 31, 2013»Read Full Article

Since returning in 2010 from a two-year hiatus, the African World Festival's music lineup has been heavy on jazz — a driver of not only African-American culture but also international interest in the daylong celebration of black history, ancestry and contributions in Wisconsin on Saturday.

For just $12 general admission until Thursday, or $17 starting Friday, patrons can see headliners such as Brian Culbertson from 8 to 9:15 p.m. at the Miller Lite Oasis at Maier Festival Park, where African World Festival will take place from noon to midnight Saturday. A keyboardist and trombonist who plays other instruments, too, Culbertson released his 13th album last year, "Dreams," a blend of R&B and jazz. | July 31, 2013»Read Full Article(11)

It's a Wednesday, but it really feels like a rehearsal for the weekend - lots going on today.

The Ozaukee County Fair starts its five-day run today in Firemen's Park in Cedarburg. Admission is free (midway rides have fees, though); there's music on three stages, a diesel truck pull, lots of animals and, at dusk, a fireworks display. | July 31, 2013»Read Full Blog Post